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Trump awards Elon Musk the National Medal of Science
Original: WATCH: Trump awards Elon Musk the National Medal of Science, among other awards for tech execs
President Trump presented Elon Musk with the National Medal of Science, honouring the Tesla and SpaceX chief among several technology executives recognised at the ceremony. The awards have drawn attention for highlighting the Trump administration's ties to leading figures in the tech industry, with observers weighing the honours given Musk's prominent political role and influence.
Why now: The ceremony pairs a top science honour with high-profile tech executives at a moment of close alignment between Trump and Silicon Valley leaders.
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- WATCH: Trump awards Elon Musk the National Medal of Science, among other awards for tech execs · PBS
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